Winter festivals in South Korea in February 2025

 🎉In February 2025, various festivals will be held all over Korea. Let me introduce you to the major festivals!❄️

1. Taebaek Winter Festival ⛄

• Dates: February 7 - February 16, 2025
• Location: Taebaek, Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province
• Highlights: Set against the breathtaking snowy landscapes of Taebaek, this festival features stunning ice sculptures and various winter activities. A perfect event to enjoy a romantic winter getaway with family or loved ones. ❄️
  
  
  
  
  

Visit the Official Taebaek Snow Festival Website!

 

2. Jeongwol Daeboreum Folk Festival 🌕

• Dates: February 8, 2025
• Location: Yangcheon-gu, Seoul
• Highlights: Celebrate the first full moon of the lunar year with traditional folk games, Daljip burning, and various cultural performances. Experience Korea's rich traditions while making wishes for health and good fortune in the year ahead. 🎆
• Festival Activities:
  • 🎭 Cultural Performances: Tightrope walking, folk music, Korean traditional dance, Pansori, drumming performances, and more.
  • 🎮 Hands-on Activities: Rice cake pounding, nut cracking, kite flying, top spinning, yutnori (traditional board game), wish writing, and drinking "ear-clearing wine."
  • 🔥 Moonlight Rituals: Daljip burning, Ganggangsullae (traditional circle dance), Jisinbalgi (earth spirit stepping ritual), and fireworks.
  • 🍲 Food Market: Enjoy delicious traditional snacks and meals.
  
  

Visit the Official Jeongwol Daeboreum Festival Website!

 

3. Busan Polar Bear Festival 🐻‍❄️

• Dates: February 7 - February 9, 2025
• Location: Suyeong-gu, Busan
• Highlights: A daring and unique festival where participants dive into the icy winter sea! Whether you're taking the plunge or cheering from the sidelines, experience the exhilarating energy of this one-of-a-kind winter event. 🌊❄️
  
  
  
  
  

Visit the Official Busan Polar Bear Festival Website!

 

4. Yangpyeong Smelt Festival 🎣

• Dates: January 17 - February 16, 2025
• Location: Yangpyeong County, Gyeonggi Province
• Highlights: Enjoy ice fishing for smelt, along with fun winter activities perfect for the whole family. A fantastic way to create unforgettable memories this winter! ⛄🎿
  
  

Visit the Official Yangpyeong Smelt Festival Website!

 

5. Jeju Hueree Canola Flower Festival 🌼

• Dates: January 20 - April 13, 2025
• Location: Seogwipo, Jeju Island
• Highlights: Experience a touch of spring in winter as vibrant yellow canola flowers bloom across Hueree Park. Take stunning photos, enjoy outdoor activities, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Jeju’s nature. 🌸✨
  
  

Visit the Official Hueree Canola Flower Festival Website!

 

There are many more exciting festivals happening across Korea, so be sure to check out local events and make unforgettable winter memories! 🎉❄️